Workshop: Radials In Nature
When: Wednesday 9 April 4 - 6.30pm
Where: E5 Art & Clay @ Climate Action Campus
Cost: $10
This teacher workshop is part of a regular series delivered by the NZAEE local group in Ōtautahi Christchurch.
Sue Greenwood and Nikki Wallace-Bell from E5 Art and Clay will guide participants in exploring the beauty and design of mandalas found in nature. Using natural and repurposed objects, attendees will create their own interpretations of these radial patterns. This workshop is ideal for educators who value nature’s influence in art and design. Participants will leave with fresh ideas for mural projects, artwork, or nature play areas.
Click on the Register button on the left to sign up.
Curriculum links:
Science (living world, nature of science), Maths (geometry), English (creative expression), Visual Arts (pattern and design) and Social Sciences (sustainability and citizenship)
Your Tutors: Nikki and Sue - E5 art and clay
Nikki Wallace-Bell: Nikki is a visual art educator with over 20 years of experience in Secondary and Intermediate schools, dedicated to encouraging others through art. As a practicing ceramicist (nikkiwbceramics), she creates homewares and sculptural pieces inspired by nature, reflecting themes of beauty, fragility, and environmental connection. Through her ceramics and workshops, Nikki fosters calm, curiosity, and empowerment, helping others navigate eco-anxiety. She believes hands-on, sensory experiences can nurture a deep appreciation for nature and inspire hope and resilience for the future.
Sue Greenwood: Sue is a visual art educator with over 15 years of experience. Passionate about public art, Sue collaborates on outdoor murals, transforming graffitied spaces into vibrant, meaningful artworks. Inspired by the natural rhythms of nature, cultural patterns, and the power of art to make a statement about our world, Sue’s work blends hand-cut and laser-cut stencil backgrounds with expressive painted imagery. With a strong belief in community engagement and storytelling through art, Sue continues to bring creativity and conversation to shared spaces.
